Contact: meaning, definitions and examples

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contact

 

[ หˆkษ’ntรฆkt ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

in communication

the act or state of touching or meeting; association; connection

Synonyms

association, communication, connection.

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Word Description / Examples
contact

This word indicates reaching out or interacting with someone, typically for information or assistance. It's often used in professional or logistical scenarios.

  • I'll contact the customer service department
  • Please contact me if you have any questions
connection

This word is used to describe a relationship or link between people, events, or ideas. It can be used in both technical and emotional contexts.

  • There is a strong connection between diet and health
  • She felt an immediate connection with him
association

This word refers to a group of people organized for a joint purpose or the act of connecting one thing with another in one's mind.

  • She has a strong association with several environmental groups
  • His name brings up negative associations
communication

This refers to the exchange of information, thoughts, or messages. It's used in both personal and professional contexts.

  • Effective communication is key to a successful team
  • We need better communication between departments

Examples of usage

  • Our team is in contact with the client regarding the project details.
  • She lost contact with her high school friends after moving to a different city.
Context #2 | Verb

in communication

to communicate with someone, typically in order to give or receive specific information

Synonyms

communicate with, get in touch with, reach out to.

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Word Description / Examples
contact

Suitable for both formal and informal situations. Often used for initiating or maintaining communication.

  • I need to contact the customer service
  • Please contact me if you have any questions
get in touch with

Generally informal and used mainly in spoken language or casual writing. Implies the initial step of making contact.

  • I'll get in touch with you later
  • He got in touch with an old friend from school
reach out to

Can be used in both formal and informal contexts. It often implies an effort to connect, help, or provide support.

  • Feel free to reach out to me anytime
  • She reached out to local organizations for help
communicate with

Used in more formal contexts, emphasizing the process of exchanging information or talking.

  • We need to communicate with our international partners
  • Effective leaders communicate well with their teams

Examples of usage

  • I will contact you as soon as I have an update on the situation.
  • Please contact our customer service team for assistance.

Translations

Translations of the word "contact" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น contato

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเค‚เคชเคฐเฅเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Kontakt

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kontak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะพะฝั‚ะฐะบั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kontakt

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ณใƒณใ‚ฟใ‚ฏใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท contact

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ contacto

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท iletiลŸim

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์—ฐ๋ฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงุชุตุงู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kontakt

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kontakt

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆŽฅ่งฆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kontakt

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ snerting

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐะนะปะฐะฝั‹ั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒœแƒขแƒแƒฅแƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ษ™laqษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ contacto

Etymology

The word 'contact' originated in the early 17th century from Latin 'contactus', past participle of 'contingere' meaning 'to touch closely'. Over time, its usage expanded to include not just physical touching but also communication and association.

See also: contactable, contacting, contacts.

Word Frequency Rank

At #921 in the frequency ranking, this word is highly important for effective communication. It's commonly used in daily situations and should be prioritized in your vocabulary building.